How much does a genetic counselor make in Pittsburgh?
$99,030a year
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $47.61 an hour or $8,253 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.61
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 19
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,790Median: $99,030Highest 10%: $118,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,790 | $39.32 | |
| 25th | $82,090 | $39.47 | |
| Median | $99,030 | $47.61 | |
| 75th | $102,600 | $49.33 | |
| 90th | $118,900 | $57.17 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for genetic counselors.
| Philadelphia, PA | $106,000 |
Related jobs in Pittsburgh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $291,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $275,900 |
| Orthodontist | $239,200 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Psychiatrist | $235,200 |
| Dentist | $230,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $223,600 |
| Pediatrician | $208,100 |
| Physician | $187,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a genetic counselor make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $47.61 ($99,030 a year).
Do genetic counselors make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
No: $99,030 against $100,000 nationally, 1% less.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $94,930, so Pittsburgh pays 4% more.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for genetic counselor pay?
11 of 19 metro areas with data.
How much does a genetic counselor make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $81,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $118,900 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.